Thai Basil Chili Tofu
Ingredients
- 16oz firm tofu, drained & cut into cubes
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped ginger
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
- 1 tablespoon chopped red jalapeno
- 1/2 cup packed thai basil
- neutral oil, salt to taste
- your favorite grain sauce:
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
- 1/2 tablespoon stir fry sauce
- 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup or sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch with 3/4 cup of water
Preparation
In a heated non-stick pan with 2 teaspoons oil, pan fry tofu cubes until lightly brown on all sides by flipping occasionally, then season with a pinch of salt
Transfer tofu to a bowl & let cool
Using the same pan, add another teaspoon of oil, saute ginger, then garlic until fragrant & add in chopped red jalapeno
Add in tofu, sauce then basil & toss them quickly using a spatula until all tofu is coated with sauce
Season accordingly if needed
Serve warm with your favorite grain
